Donna Panzera
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with background in emergency and critical care. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Intake Nurse
Wellpath
Las Vegas, NV
06.2021 - 04.2025
- Interviewed pre-operative patients to gather data for admission planning, pre-admission screening and teaching.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, weight, and blood pressure.
- Utilized Electronic Health Records systems to enter patient information into the database.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Emergency Department RN
UMC Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
01.2009 - 06.2021
- Utilized critical thinking skills while prioritizing multiple tasks in a fast paced environment.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Responded promptly to codes blue or other emergency situations within the unit.
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical treatment, ensuring respect and dignity in patient care.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with a wide range of acute conditions in a high-volume emergency department.
Emergency Room Charge Nurse
Atlantic City Medical Center
Atlantic City, NJ
08.2005 - 01.2009
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective communication between departments.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, treatments, and vaccines as prescribed, adhering to strict safety protocols.
Clinical Coordinator RN
Atlantic City Medical Center
Atlantic City , NJ
07.2000 - 08.2005
- Coordinated with research teams to integrate clinical research findings into patient care practices.
- Managed daily operations within the department including scheduling and staffing.
- Implemented quality control measures to improve clinical operations and patient outcomes.
- Managed budget and resources for clinical operations to ensure efficient use of funds.
- Conducted weekly staff meetings to discuss patient progress and safety initiatives.
- Provided training, guidance, and mentorship to new nurses on the team.
Registered Nurse, Trauma Center
Atlantic City Medical Center
Atlantic City, NJ
07.1991 - 01.2000
- Enhanced work of team by cross-training in multiple functions to give optimal support and patient care.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives to ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient medical records according to established standards.
Registered Nurse
Brookdale Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
01.1986 - 06.1991
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Delaware
Newark, DE01-1998
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NY08-1989
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NY08-1986
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Medication administration
- Pre-operative screening
- Care coordination
- Critical thinking
- Emergency response
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Blood draw and sample collection
Timeline
Intake Nurse
Wellpath
06.2021 - 04.2025
Emergency Department RN
UMC Hospital
01.2009 - 06.2021
Emergency Room Charge Nurse
Atlantic City Medical Center
08.2005 - 01.2009
Clinical Coordinator RN
Atlantic City Medical Center
07.2000 - 08.2005
Registered Nurse, Trauma Center
Atlantic City Medical Center
07.1991 - 01.2000
Registered Nurse
Brookdale Hospital
01.1986 - 06.1991
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Delaware
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Kingsborough Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kingsborough Community College
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